Homelessness Outreach Worker

Position Summary

HOMELESSNESS OUTREACH WORKER (2 POSITIONS)

Job ID : 6577

SHORT-TERM (APRX 2 YEARS) / FULL-TIME

Location : CAMPBELL RIVER, BC

To be considered for this role, applications MUST be submitted online, by clicking on 'Apply' below.

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BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

THE ORGANIZATION

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership. Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive. BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. We also offer our staff opportunities to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they’ve helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians. Employees can take advantage of programs including in-house training, wellness programs, recognition programs, Livegreen incentives, a Social Club, and community involvement opportunities.

Eligibility for benefits offered is based on employment status.

HOMELESSNESS OUTREACH WORKER (2 POSITIONS)

Salary : $64,991.02 - $75,143.40 Annually

Position Summary

Reporting to the Coordinated Access and Assessment Manager, the Homelessness Outreach Worker connects with people experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless in community locations. He / She / They aid and assist individuals to navigate housing and related support systems. The incumbent collaborates with shelters, supportive housing providers, and homelessness service agencies to ensure an integrated system of supports and services. As a core member of a multidisciplinary regional homelessness and encampment response team (HEART), the position supports communities to prevent, minimize or resolve encampments and respond to homelessness through coordination and rapid support for individuals sheltering outdoors.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following :

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Indigenous candidates are welcome to connect with an Indigenous team member to discuss recruitment; please contact hr_admin@bchousing.org to arrange a call.

HOW TO APPLY

Please review the attached job description for a complete list of duties, qualifications and competencies. To be considered for this competition, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume clearly identifying how they meet the qualifications necessary for this position. Your cover letter and resume should be submitted as one document in your profile when applying for this position.

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As part of the application process, you will be prompted to fill out a questionnaire which must be completed for your application to be considered. Allow up to 5 minutes to fill it out after submitting your resume and cover letter as one document.

Only applications submitted using the Online Recruitment System at www.bchousing.org / careers will be accepted.

If you are passionate about what you do, apply to join our team today at www.bchousing.org / careers.

We are an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact hr_admin@bchousing.org.

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